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MUNCIE, Ind. — Five weeks down, four to go and then the football postseason arrives. I'm happy I'm not sweltering on Friday nights anymore, and I'm sure the kids running around in pads would second that.

As we've passed the halfway point, I have to recognize Central and Monroe Central. Both teams are undefeated and have basically crushed each opponent, with an exception of a game or two. Last season, Delta was the only East-Central Indiana team to make it out of sectionals.

Methinks that changes this year.

Onward to the rankings.

1. Central (5-0)

Last week: 37-6 win at Indianapolis Tech

This week: vs. Harrison (West Lafayette)

The Central offense continues to run like a well-oiled machine and is averaging 42.4 points per game. Just once this season have the Bearcats not hit at least 30, and that was when they scored 28 against Yorktown in a downpour that made passing difficult.

2. Monroe Central (5-0)

Last week: 56-0 win at Tri-Central

This week: At Wes-Del (4-1)

Speaking of well-oiled machines, Class 1A No. 7 Monroe Central is absolutely obliterating its opponents this season. The Golden Bears' defense has produced two shutouts and is allowing a microscopic 3.6 points per game. This team might be looking at a deep postseason push in Class A.

3. Delta (3-2)

Last week: 20-19 loss vs. Mt. Vernon (Fortville)

This week: At New Castle (3-2)

Delta was in position to win against Mt. Vernon, but the game slipped away in the final seconds. Quarterback Tanner Lambert ran for a five-yard touchdown to give his team a fourth-quarter lead. The Eagles will get a chance to recover against an upstart Trojans team next week, which makes for an interesting matchup.

4. New Castle (3-2)

Last week: 17-12 win vs. Yorktown

This week: Vs. Delta (3-2)

Kudos to New Castle for getting its third win, the first time the team has done that since 2007. Running back Nic Broyles dominated with more than 150 yards rushing and two touchdowns. Can New Castle keep the momentum up against Delta?

5. Wes-Del (4-1)

Last week: 35-0 loss at South Adams

This week: Vs. Monroe Central (5-0)

Wes-Del's undefeated season came to an end, as did its season-long streak of holding opponents under eight points. The road doesn't get easier for the Warriors as they come home to face Monroe Central.

While prep sports reporter David Polaski is pondering how deep some of these teams could go in the postseason, you can contact him at (765) 213-5848 or follow him on Twitter @DavidPolaskiTSP.